2009 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Smart | Hyundai |
| Model | ForTwo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 66 L |
